Long Island Serial Killer Home Hits Market, Dark Sale
Joel Rifkin House Listed for $799,999 The murder-linked East Meadow home once occupied by convicted serial killer Joel Rifkin has returned to the market at an asking price reported at about $799,999. Located at 1492 Garden Street in East Meadow, Long Island, the single-family house reappeared in June 2026 on major real-estate platforms. Coverage places the asking range between $799,000 and $800,000. Under New York law, written inquiry is required before buyers must be told truthfully about crimes or deaths connected to the property. Price History and Market Signals The home previously sold for $322,000 in 2011, indicating an increase of roughly 148 percent over about 14 years. Reports describe the current price as broadly consistent with comparable neighborhood listings, suggesting limited visible discounting. Broader housing policy debates, including expanded tenant protections , have also increased attention on how regulation shapes investor behavior and property values. The propert...